Lovely Lombok
Lombokis often described by outsiders as a smaller, slower version of Bali. However, Lombok recidents, say that "you can see Bali in Lombok, but not Lombok in Bali".
One of two major islands on the province of West Nusa Tenggara stretches 80km from north to south and 70km from east to west. The circular island is devided into three districts-West, East and Central.
Getting There
Flight by airplane from bali, and it takes only 15 mintes.
The Economy
The island's main crop is rice, but the rich soil also supports cotton, tobacco, soyabean, chilli peppers, cinnamon, cloves, vanilla and coffee.
Lombok's main exports are pumice and frog's legs. Seewed and sea cucumber are harvested for the Asia market and tourism is rapidly becoming an important money spinner.
The island's population explotion has had a drastic effect on the surrounding environment. Forest are dying, and erotion is rampant. To arrest the declining fortunes of agriculture, the government has introduced a diversification progamme.
PEOPLE AND THE RELIGION
The indigenous people of Lombok, the Sasaks, are predominantly Moeslims. A significant number practise the uniquely Sasak from of Islam known as Islam Waktu Telu. There is also a significant population of Hindu Balinese, as well as small population of Chinese, Buginese Makassarese and Sumbawanese.
HISTORY
In 1740, the Balinese established a stronghold in West Lombok. They monopolised important posts and confiscated the lands of any Sasak man who died without leaving a male heir. The Sasak rebelled often, and even asked the Dutch to come to their aid.
In 1894, the Dutch invaded Lombok, landing their troops on the South coat. With their Sasak allies, the Dutch attacked and looted every village in South Lombok. Mataram and the palce at Cakranegara were destroyed.
Under Dutch rule, the natives endured immense hardship and suffering-caused mainly by the heavy taxes the Dutch imposed. Ultimately, many villagers were forced to contribute their harvests to the Dutch coffers, while they and their families starved.
Even after Dutch rule ended, life in Lombok remained hard. Famines continued to plague the people, and in 1966 thousands starved to death. The government's solution was to move some of the people out of Lombok.
SIGHTS and SITES
Mataram, the province's capital, has merged with Ampenan, the port, and Cakranegara to become Nusa Tenggara's biggest urban complex. The royal palace built in the 18th century, no longer exists, but many of the old temples and pleasure gardens has survived.
Perhaps the best example of one such pleasure garden is the Taman Narmada, located 11km east of Mataram. Various spring-fed pools make the garden a popular picnic spot among the locals. The gardens are a miniature of Mount Rinjani, including a replica of the holy crater lake, Segara Anak. King Anak Gede Karangasem of Mataram had it build in 1767 when he was too old to climb the real thing.
Approximately 7km west of Narmada is the Waktu Telu Temple, or Pura Langsar. Built in 1714, and rebuild in 1878, Pura Lingsar is probably the only shrine in the world where Hindus and Moslems worship.
Lombok's biggest Balinese temple in the Pura Meru in Cakranegara. Three pagoda-like places of worship are dedicated to three different Hindu Gods: Vishnu, Shiva and Brahma. All three pagodas are marked by multi-tiered roofs.
Nearby is Taman Mayura. Once part of the royal palace, it is now a lovely park. In the middle of a large pond is a structure called Balai Kambang which once served as a legal courtroom and ritual ground for religious ceremonies.
Lombok's principle beach resort, Senggigi, lies 12 km north of Mataram on the island's west coast. Coral gardens grow in the sea just off shore.
Two kilometers of Senggigi is the Batubolong Temple (Batubolong means Hollow Rock). It over looks the famous Lombok Strait. On a clear day, the majestic Mount Agung on Bali can be seen shimmering in the distance.
The Gilis:
These 3 tropical island paradises are 20-45 minutes by boat from Bangsal
= Gili Air is closest to Bangsal. It is a quaint, peaceful village.
= Gili Meno, in the middle, is the smallest and least developed.
= Gili Trawangan is furthest west from Bangsal-is the largest of the three islands.
The snorkelling off the islands is thrilling, with sightings of race blue coral making many snorkeller's day.
Accomodation on all three islands is basic.
Mount Rinjani (3,726 m) is the third highest mountain in Indonesia and the highesr peak in Indonesia outside Irian Jaya. The land surrounding the peak is a national park.
Mount Rinjani is believed by locals to be the seat of the Gods, and during the annual Pakelem ceremony, gold offerings are carried up to the mountain to tossed into the lake. Sasak priests also make pilgrimages to the summit on fullmoons.
There are two routes up Mountain Rinjani. The tougher route is up the eastern slope, via Sembalun Lawang, Sembalun Bumbung or Sapit. Accommodation and guides are available here, but not equipment. The easier route begins 2 km to the west of the village of Bayan. The track leads to BAtu Koq and from there to another settlement, Senaru. Tents, equipment and guides or porters can be hired in both settlements. From Senaru, the trek to the summit takes about 10 exhausting hours. The rim of the crater is a good place to catch your breath and take in stunning views of the beuatiful blue-green Segara Anak lake. ( Child of the Sea).
On the east side of the lake is Mount Baru (New Mountain), an active volcano formed in 1942. It cab be reached by boet. Along the foot of the crater are numerous hot springs like Goa Susu (Milk Cave) which are reputed to have magical healing powers. They certainly work wonders at easing muscle aches and revitalising one's energy.
Kuta Beach is situated amongst the most spectacular coastal scenery on the south coast of Lombok. The 5km stretch of beautiful white sand consists of three beaches: Putri Nyale, Seger and Tanjung Aan. Beaches to the west of Kuta are good for sufing and windsurfing.
Still a quiet resort, with basic accommodation and a poor road linking it with Mataram, Kuta is expected to become a major tourist destination.
Development plans: luxury hotels, two golf courses, lagoons, craft villages and an international airport.
A strange annual festival, called the Bau Nyale, attracts hundreds of locals to witness thousands of seaworms surfacing from the sea. The peculiar sight is also beginning to draw curious tourists.
Penujak is a pottery-making village 5km south of Praya on the oad to Kuta. The New Zealand government has been providing aid to support and develop the craft since 1988. Traditional pottery are well crafted and make lovely souvenirs.
Lombok shares many of Bali's beauty and charms. But it has enough of its own magic to justify its residents' claim that "you can se Bali in Lombok, but not Lombok in Bali.
Mount Rinjani
Lombokis often described by outsiders as a smaller, slower version of Bali. However, Lombok recidents, say that "you can see Bali in Lombok, but not Lombok in Bali".
One of two major islands on the province of West Nusa Tenggara stretches 80km from north to south and 70km from east to west. The circular island is devided into three districts-West, East and Central.
Getting There
Flight by airplane from bali, and it takes only 15 mintes.
The Economy
The island's main crop is rice, but the rich soil also supports cotton, tobacco, soyabean, chilli peppers, cinnamon, cloves, vanilla and coffee.
Lombok's main exports are pumice and frog's legs. Seewed and sea cucumber are harvested for the Asia market and tourism is rapidly becoming an important money spinner.
The island's population explotion has had a drastic effect on the surrounding environment. Forest are dying, and erotion is rampant. To arrest the declining fortunes of agriculture, the government has introduced a diversification progamme.
PEOPLE AND THE RELIGION
The indigenous people of Lombok, the Sasaks, are predominantly Moeslims. A significant number practise the uniquely Sasak from of Islam known as Islam Waktu Telu. There is also a significant population of Hindu Balinese, as well as small population of Chinese, Buginese Makassarese and Sumbawanese.
HISTORY
In 1740, the Balinese established a stronghold in West Lombok. They monopolised important posts and confiscated the lands of any Sasak man who died without leaving a male heir. The Sasak rebelled often, and even asked the Dutch to come to their aid.
In 1894, the Dutch invaded Lombok, landing their troops on the South coat. With their Sasak allies, the Dutch attacked and looted every village in South Lombok. Mataram and the palce at Cakranegara were destroyed.
Under Dutch rule, the natives endured immense hardship and suffering-caused mainly by the heavy taxes the Dutch imposed. Ultimately, many villagers were forced to contribute their harvests to the Dutch coffers, while they and their families starved.
Even after Dutch rule ended, life in Lombok remained hard. Famines continued to plague the people, and in 1966 thousands starved to death. The government's solution was to move some of the people out of Lombok.
SIGHTS and SITES
Mataram, the province's capital, has merged with Ampenan, the port, and Cakranegara to become Nusa Tenggara's biggest urban complex. The royal palace built in the 18th century, no longer exists, but many of the old temples and pleasure gardens has survived.
Perhaps the best example of one such pleasure garden is the Taman Narmada, located 11km east of Mataram. Various spring-fed pools make the garden a popular picnic spot among the locals. The gardens are a miniature of Mount Rinjani, including a replica of the holy crater lake, Segara Anak. King Anak Gede Karangasem of Mataram had it build in 1767 when he was too old to climb the real thing.
Approximately 7km west of Narmada is the Waktu Telu Temple, or Pura Langsar. Built in 1714, and rebuild in 1878, Pura Lingsar is probably the only shrine in the world where Hindus and Moslems worship.
Lombok's biggest Balinese temple in the Pura Meru in Cakranegara. Three pagoda-like places of worship are dedicated to three different Hindu Gods: Vishnu, Shiva and Brahma. All three pagodas are marked by multi-tiered roofs.
Nearby is Taman Mayura. Once part of the royal palace, it is now a lovely park. In the middle of a large pond is a structure called Balai Kambang which once served as a legal courtroom and ritual ground for religious ceremonies.
Lombok's principle beach resort, Senggigi, lies 12 km north of Mataram on the island's west coast. Coral gardens grow in the sea just off shore.
Two kilometers of Senggigi is the Batubolong Temple (Batubolong means Hollow Rock). It over looks the famous Lombok Strait. On a clear day, the majestic Mount Agung on Bali can be seen shimmering in the distance.
The Gilis:
These 3 tropical island paradises are 20-45 minutes by boat from Bangsal
= Gili Air is closest to Bangsal. It is a quaint, peaceful village.
= Gili Meno, in the middle, is the smallest and least developed.
= Gili Trawangan is furthest west from Bangsal-is the largest of the three islands.
The snorkelling off the islands is thrilling, with sightings of race blue coral making many snorkeller's day.
Accomodation on all three islands is basic.
Mount Rinjani (3,726 m) is the third highest mountain in Indonesia and the highesr peak in Indonesia outside Irian Jaya. The land surrounding the peak is a national park.
Mount Rinjani is believed by locals to be the seat of the Gods, and during the annual Pakelem ceremony, gold offerings are carried up to the mountain to tossed into the lake. Sasak priests also make pilgrimages to the summit on fullmoons.
There are two routes up Mountain Rinjani. The tougher route is up the eastern slope, via Sembalun Lawang, Sembalun Bumbung or Sapit. Accommodation and guides are available here, but not equipment. The easier route begins 2 km to the west of the village of Bayan. The track leads to BAtu Koq and from there to another settlement, Senaru. Tents, equipment and guides or porters can be hired in both settlements. From Senaru, the trek to the summit takes about 10 exhausting hours. The rim of the crater is a good place to catch your breath and take in stunning views of the beuatiful blue-green Segara Anak lake. ( Child of the Sea).
On the east side of the lake is Mount Baru (New Mountain), an active volcano formed in 1942. It cab be reached by boet. Along the foot of the crater are numerous hot springs like Goa Susu (Milk Cave) which are reputed to have magical healing powers. They certainly work wonders at easing muscle aches and revitalising one's energy.
Kuta Beach is situated amongst the most spectacular coastal scenery on the south coast of Lombok. The 5km stretch of beautiful white sand consists of three beaches: Putri Nyale, Seger and Tanjung Aan. Beaches to the west of Kuta are good for sufing and windsurfing.
Still a quiet resort, with basic accommodation and a poor road linking it with Mataram, Kuta is expected to become a major tourist destination.
Development plans: luxury hotels, two golf courses, lagoons, craft villages and an international airport.
A strange annual festival, called the Bau Nyale, attracts hundreds of locals to witness thousands of seaworms surfacing from the sea. The peculiar sight is also beginning to draw curious tourists.
Penujak is a pottery-making village 5km south of Praya on the oad to Kuta. The New Zealand government has been providing aid to support and develop the craft since 1988. Traditional pottery are well crafted and make lovely souvenirs.
Lombok shares many of Bali's beauty and charms. But it has enough of its own magic to justify its residents' claim that "you can se Bali in Lombok, but not Lombok in Bali.
Mount Rinjani
Mount Rinjani
Senggigi Beach
Gili islandThe Gili Islands
The three islands of Gili Air, Gili Meno and Gili Trawangan are rapidly becoming one of the most popular destinations for visitors to Bali and Lombok (Located just off the northwest coast of Lombok).
They are now easily accessible direct from Bali with the new Fast Boat service, or by plane and local boat from Lombok.
The three islands feature superb, white sandy beaches, crystal clear water, spectacular coral reefs, and the best snorkeling and diving to be found anywhere on Bali and Lombok.
Visitors from all over the world are attracted to the simple pleasures of sun, snorkeling, diving, beautiful beaches, and socializing.
The absence of cars, motorcycles, and hawkers adds greatly to the leisure of staying on the Gilis – although there is now a wide range of accommodation available, the islands have maintained the lazy rustic charms of a tropical paradise.
Getting There
Highly recommend visitors to use a Private Transfer Service to avoid hussle and bustle at Bangsal (public harbour to gili islands). Local street vendors who try to sells things with pushing and pressure, or those who grab your luggage and ask too much for a porter service could be annoying.
Paying a little extra for a comfort and easy settlement for a wonderful holiday break is worth it, especially those who travel with kids.
The private Transfer Service includes pick up, meeting and greeting service at the airport/seaport/hotel, land transportation with fully air-con deluxe coaches, private boat charter, and check in assistances at the hotel.
To get around the isle, the only means of transport are Cidomos, horse drawn carriages.
Bicycle rentals are available too. Expect higher prices for most things there since all food and goods must be brought over from the mainland.
Island's hopping
Traveling between the islands requires either catching the infrequent shuttle boats or chartering one to take you across.
The distances between the islands may seem swimmable, but do not attempt it — the currents can be fierce and several backpackers have died trying.
The Natives & History
Few years ago, sailors from Bugis, Mandar and Makassar (Sulawesi) occupied Gili Air and establish coconuts plantation and expand the fishing activities.
As visitors started to visit Lombok and some came to the Gilis on day trips and then began to stay for longer periods in local homes. The islands have become enormously popular. Their popularity may be a problem, as numbers sometime exceed the available rooms and put pressure on the island environment, especially the supply of fresh water and the capacity of septic system to cope with waste and there is always pressure to build more and better facilities.
Big business interests are trying to cash in on the popularity of the Gilis and the local government is keen to promote upmarket tourist development.
Gili Air and Gili Meno retained much of their unspoilt quality, but Gili Trawangan has become more touristy and pricy.
The islanders are majority Muslims and visitors should respect their sensibilities.
Away from Beach, it is polite for women to cover their shoulders and thighs.
A lot of visitors are appallingly insensitive to local standards and so many of them walk around in skimpy clothing that it's easy to get impression that the local people don't mind anymore. In fact, they do.
The development for the last five years has change the island's look, especially Gili Trawangan.
Accommodation tariffs on today's range for a simple room with fan are from between Rp. 90,000 (equivalent to USD 9.00) to 150,000 (USD 15.00) per night , to an air-con bungalows style with hot water, in comfortable resort-style settings at up to USD 200.00 per night and everything in between, depending on the seasonal price fluctuations. Demand often outstrips supply, so prices tend to be noticeably higher than on Bali or Lombok. Accommodation On Gili Islands, Private Villas, Boutique Resort, Budget Hotels
While the island is busiest from May through August, the quieter off-season from January to April provides a better opportunity to enjoy all the islet has to offer.
Electricity and Communication
The electricity supply are now available on all the three Gilis. The electrical voltage in Indonesia is 220 Volt, if you bring any devices which require recharged at lower voltage (110 Volt) bring an electrical voltage converter or ask the hotel where you stay for STAVOLT.
The islands have no supplies of fresh water and very spotty electricity supply; it's not uncommon for power to be off for hours at a time. Most upmarket hotels, restaurants and dive shops have generators for the back up.
Mobile phone towers ensure you're never out of touch, and there are several Internet cafes on Trawangan for feeding your Internet addiction, although connection speeds tend to be painfully slow. Printing is possible in a few Internet cafés and you can even hook up your laptop in some.
MONEY
There is now a Bank Mandiri ATM on Gili Trawangan, in front of the Vila Ombak Hotel, but it's not always working so it's better to bring along enough rupiah to tide you over. The rates offered by moneychangers are noticeably poorer than on the mainland. Credit cards are accepted by some of the more upmarket places and all dive shops; some will also arrange credit card advances, but with hefty fees on the order of 7-10%. For your own safety, deposit valuable items at the reception where you're staying at. Carry only small cash and necessary items.
Health and Medical
The sanitation has improved on the islands. There are two health centers on Gili Trawangan;
1) located near the soccer fields for locals and
2) located in Villa Ombak with better facilities for Tourist.
Gili Meno also have a health centre which funded by local's businesses.
Gili Air also have a health centre located near the main village.
The health centre is known locally as "Puskesmas". To stay fit and healthy, always drink from bottled water or boiled water and avoid eating raw foods or salads from small non-reputable restaurants, because the water might not be sterilized.
True to the hippie vibe, magic mushrooms are widely available and openly advertised. Their legality is questionable, as are any physical and psychological effects.
Small but annoying jellyfish are common in the waters around the Gilis during August only, so wearing a full-length wetsuit or surf skin in the water is advisable.
Security
There are no Police Station or Military Post on the islands, but there is a small police station in Bangsal harbor. The Islands funded non-uniformed community policing group, SATGAS, ensures visitor's security and safety. In the rare event of someone breaking the law or disturbing tourists, perpetrators are handed over to Police on Lombok and face banishment from the island for up to five years.
Activities
There are many options for an enjoyable holiday on the islands. You can rent snorkeling equipment, join a diving course, rent a kayak, go fishing, or take a glass bottom boat to see the magnificent coral reefs and fishes. There are no sights as such on the islands themselves, but the snorkeling and diving all around is a major draw.
The locals living on the island are pretty interesting. If you walk behind the main road you will see how the locals live which is much different then the beautiful bungalows the tourists stay in.
Scuba Diving
There are lots of quality scuba diving operations on all the islands. The coral around the islands is good for snorkeling, which can be reach from the shore. See rays and giant clams. A must see: Turtles Point, Meno Wall, Shark (harmless) Point. Dive Schools available on all the islands with many dive programs to choose, from beginners to advanced technical dives.
Snorkeling
While divers are able to regularly swim with black tip, those who prefer to just drifts in the currents with a snorkel, fins and mask are never left disappointed by the more than 6,000 species of marine life living just off-shore.
Fishing
Fishing is one of the highlight activities on the islands. Deep/bottom fishing remain the best on north west of Gili Trawangan. Carry your own equipment if you're not familiar with the traditional-style of fishing.
The three islands of Gili Air, Gili Meno and Gili Trawangan are rapidly becoming one of the most popular destinations for visitors to Bali and Lombok (Located just off the northwest coast of Lombok).
They are now easily accessible direct from Bali with the new Fast Boat service, or by plane and local boat from Lombok.
The three islands feature superb, white sandy beaches, crystal clear water, spectacular coral reefs, and the best snorkeling and diving to be found anywhere on Bali and Lombok.
Visitors from all over the world are attracted to the simple pleasures of sun, snorkeling, diving, beautiful beaches, and socializing.
The absence of cars, motorcycles, and hawkers adds greatly to the leisure of staying on the Gilis – although there is now a wide range of accommodation available, the islands have maintained the lazy rustic charms of a tropical paradise.
Getting There
Highly recommend visitors to use a Private Transfer Service to avoid hussle and bustle at Bangsal (public harbour to gili islands). Local street vendors who try to sells things with pushing and pressure, or those who grab your luggage and ask too much for a porter service could be annoying.
Paying a little extra for a comfort and easy settlement for a wonderful holiday break is worth it, especially those who travel with kids.
The private Transfer Service includes pick up, meeting and greeting service at the airport/seaport/hotel, land transportation with fully air-con deluxe coaches, private boat charter, and check in assistances at the hotel.
To get around the isle, the only means of transport are Cidomos, horse drawn carriages.
Bicycle rentals are available too. Expect higher prices for most things there since all food and goods must be brought over from the mainland.
Island's hopping
Traveling between the islands requires either catching the infrequent shuttle boats or chartering one to take you across.
The distances between the islands may seem swimmable, but do not attempt it — the currents can be fierce and several backpackers have died trying.
The Natives & History
Few years ago, sailors from Bugis, Mandar and Makassar (Sulawesi) occupied Gili Air and establish coconuts plantation and expand the fishing activities.
As visitors started to visit Lombok and some came to the Gilis on day trips and then began to stay for longer periods in local homes. The islands have become enormously popular. Their popularity may be a problem, as numbers sometime exceed the available rooms and put pressure on the island environment, especially the supply of fresh water and the capacity of septic system to cope with waste and there is always pressure to build more and better facilities.
Big business interests are trying to cash in on the popularity of the Gilis and the local government is keen to promote upmarket tourist development.
Gili Air and Gili Meno retained much of their unspoilt quality, but Gili Trawangan has become more touristy and pricy.
The islanders are majority Muslims and visitors should respect their sensibilities.
Away from Beach, it is polite for women to cover their shoulders and thighs.
A lot of visitors are appallingly insensitive to local standards and so many of them walk around in skimpy clothing that it's easy to get impression that the local people don't mind anymore. In fact, they do.
The development for the last five years has change the island's look, especially Gili Trawangan.
Accommodation tariffs on today's range for a simple room with fan are from between Rp. 90,000 (equivalent to USD 9.00) to 150,000 (USD 15.00) per night , to an air-con bungalows style with hot water, in comfortable resort-style settings at up to USD 200.00 per night and everything in between, depending on the seasonal price fluctuations. Demand often outstrips supply, so prices tend to be noticeably higher than on Bali or Lombok. Accommodation On Gili Islands, Private Villas, Boutique Resort, Budget Hotels
While the island is busiest from May through August, the quieter off-season from January to April provides a better opportunity to enjoy all the islet has to offer.
Electricity and Communication
The electricity supply are now available on all the three Gilis. The electrical voltage in Indonesia is 220 Volt, if you bring any devices which require recharged at lower voltage (110 Volt) bring an electrical voltage converter or ask the hotel where you stay for STAVOLT.
The islands have no supplies of fresh water and very spotty electricity supply; it's not uncommon for power to be off for hours at a time. Most upmarket hotels, restaurants and dive shops have generators for the back up.
Mobile phone towers ensure you're never out of touch, and there are several Internet cafes on Trawangan for feeding your Internet addiction, although connection speeds tend to be painfully slow. Printing is possible in a few Internet cafés and you can even hook up your laptop in some.
MONEY
There is now a Bank Mandiri ATM on Gili Trawangan, in front of the Vila Ombak Hotel, but it's not always working so it's better to bring along enough rupiah to tide you over. The rates offered by moneychangers are noticeably poorer than on the mainland. Credit cards are accepted by some of the more upmarket places and all dive shops; some will also arrange credit card advances, but with hefty fees on the order of 7-10%. For your own safety, deposit valuable items at the reception where you're staying at. Carry only small cash and necessary items.
Health and Medical
The sanitation has improved on the islands. There are two health centers on Gili Trawangan;
1) located near the soccer fields for locals and
2) located in Villa Ombak with better facilities for Tourist.
Gili Meno also have a health centre which funded by local's businesses.
Gili Air also have a health centre located near the main village.
The health centre is known locally as "Puskesmas". To stay fit and healthy, always drink from bottled water or boiled water and avoid eating raw foods or salads from small non-reputable restaurants, because the water might not be sterilized.
True to the hippie vibe, magic mushrooms are widely available and openly advertised. Their legality is questionable, as are any physical and psychological effects.
Small but annoying jellyfish are common in the waters around the Gilis during August only, so wearing a full-length wetsuit or surf skin in the water is advisable.
Security
There are no Police Station or Military Post on the islands, but there is a small police station in Bangsal harbor. The Islands funded non-uniformed community policing group, SATGAS, ensures visitor's security and safety. In the rare event of someone breaking the law or disturbing tourists, perpetrators are handed over to Police on Lombok and face banishment from the island for up to five years.
Activities
There are many options for an enjoyable holiday on the islands. You can rent snorkeling equipment, join a diving course, rent a kayak, go fishing, or take a glass bottom boat to see the magnificent coral reefs and fishes. There are no sights as such on the islands themselves, but the snorkeling and diving all around is a major draw.
The locals living on the island are pretty interesting. If you walk behind the main road you will see how the locals live which is much different then the beautiful bungalows the tourists stay in.
Scuba Diving
There are lots of quality scuba diving operations on all the islands. The coral around the islands is good for snorkeling, which can be reach from the shore. See rays and giant clams. A must see: Turtles Point, Meno Wall, Shark (harmless) Point. Dive Schools available on all the islands with many dive programs to choose, from beginners to advanced technical dives.
Snorkeling
While divers are able to regularly swim with black tip, those who prefer to just drifts in the currents with a snorkel, fins and mask are never left disappointed by the more than 6,000 species of marine life living just off-shore.
Fishing
Fishing is one of the highlight activities on the islands. Deep/bottom fishing remain the best on north west of Gili Trawangan. Carry your own equipment if you're not familiar with the traditional-style of fishing.
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